Security Engineer

About SEKO

SEKO started in 1976 with a single Chicago office and has grown to over 120 offices in 40 countries worldwide. We provide comprehensive supply‑chain solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding, warehousing, and IT services that give customers true supply‑chain visibility.

Job Description

We are seeking a Security Engineer to manage and improve our managed security platform, ensure system protection, and maintain a high‑security standard across our global operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Implement, manage, and enhance managed security platform tools.
• Configure security measures and software to protect systems, including firewalls and encryption.
• Integrate threat intelligence to document and assess security threats.
• Daily review of email security SaaS, cloud‑based email and data, and endpoint protection for potential incidents.
• Prioritize, resolve, and mitigate vulnerabilities with cross‑functional teams.
• Develop company‑wide best practices for IT security and risk mitigation.
• Create global security awareness and training programs.
• Maintain control monitoring based on common security frameworks.
• Coordinate internal and external vulnerability testing.
• Train IT staff on secure infrastructure and Dev Ops best practices.
• Build secure code deployment workflows and validate code.
• Research security enhancements and recommend actions to leadership.
• Stay current on IT trends, regulations, and industry security standards.
• Cultivate a risk‑avoidance culture.
• Manage patch deployment for servers, PCs, and other systems.
• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Experience translating penetration test results into actionable plans.
• Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts.
• Skill in identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency in patch management and timely deployment.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in information security, including identity management, firewalls, security awareness SaaS, and managed security provider engagements.

Preferred

• Certifications such as GCIH, Cloud Security, MDR, GIAC.
• Experience deploying zero‑trust network access products.

Specialist Certifications

• Any GIAC certification above entry level.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range is $110,800 – $158,300 USD per year with an annual incentive bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and comprehensive wellness programs. Eligibility details apply.

Benefits Designed With You In Mind

• Health and Welfare:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and additional health care benefits.
• Leave:
  Paid holidays, PTO, FMLA, and other leaves.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company contribution.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SEKO Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.